Luanshya Population 2026
Luanshya has a population of 193,293, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Copperbelt. Roughly 0.9% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
193,293
Rank in Zambia
#8
Coordinates
13.14°S, 28.42°E
~1,238 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
253 km
157 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Copperbelt
Cities near Luanshya
FAQ
What is the population of Luanshya?
Luanshya has a population of 193,293 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Luanshya in?
Luanshya is located in Copperbelt, Zambia.
Is Luanshya the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 253 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.